I know
this isn't exactly squarebody related, but I have recently begun making and
selling 67-72 Chevy/GMC truck cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets. Click
HERE for more information.

I recently acquired this exceptionally nice 1975 Silverado. This is a
pretty rare and loaded truck, that I am enjoying tremendously. To see
more pictures and learn all about it, click
HERE.

Squeezed a little garage time in recently, made some good interior
progress...I can now see light at the end of the tunnel! Key
accomplishments were the installation of the headliner (recovered) and trim
(re-painted), carpet (ACC), bucket seats (which were recovered and are now
heated), center console (restored), rear cab panel (custom built and
upholstered to match headliner), painted speaker brackets (available here on
the site!) w/speakers, lower dash gauges, and a ton of wiring.
Currently I am wrapping up the floor shifter (B&M) and base install (custom
made), and will move on to the remote entry system (Spal), one piece window
install, and then the door panels with factory 79-80 door speaker package.
I hope to have more updates soon. All of this can be seen on the
interior page of my truck build up.

Random 73-87 related stuff. First up, Bearfoot article...one of my
favorite monster trucks growing up in the 80's..when they actually looked
like trucks and simply went out and crushed cars. Next, one of the
worst trends of the early 80's...round to square headlight conversions!
Enjoy these, similar info can be found on
this page.

One of the things I love about reading old issues of truck magazines are the
vintage ads featuring, what was new at the time, 73-87 GM trucks.
Whether you enjoy seeing these trucks in their former glory, or searching
for a manufacturer of an item currently on your truck, these advertisements
can be both enjoyable and educational to look at. I have an entire
page full of these advertisements that I have come across and uploaded to
the site. Below are the most recent additions to that
page.

Two new GM advertisements, one of which is circa 1980 and features a
Chevrolet Sport. These, along with many others can be found
here and
here.

80
Started going thru my archived collection of various truck related
magazines, publishing any 73-87 related ones I come across here on
73-87.com. Most were scanned from Classic Trucks and Custom Classic
Trucks, my two favorite "truck" magazines. Click the thumbnail below to be taken directly to the
article, or visit the
garage and browse to the appropriate section to see them, and MANY more.
I will have quite a few of these over the next couple weeks, so check back
soon to see the rest.

FOR SALE

Looking for some 73-87 related decorations for your garage, or even house?
Well, I recently designed and began making square body key (or hat/coat)
racks. As of March 5th 2011, they are now available for everyone, but
in limited quantities. These are made of heavy 16 gauge steel, come
bare (ready for your customization and paint), and include wall mounting
hardware and instructions. Measurements vary depending on style, but
they are approximately 12" x 12" on average. If you would like to
purchase one (or more) of these, the price is $40 shipped to your door
(continental United States, extra anywhere else) and you can contact me at
jdrew@73-87.com to order. Please
specify which style you would like when contacting me.
Made
in the
USA!

Note: The bottom of the key racks look curved in the photos, but rest
assured, they are perfectly straight.

After numerous request, I have begun making gauge bracket kits to install
Autometer gauges recessed behind your factory bezel. As of right now,
I offer them for the series and sizes listed below. Each kit contains
the gauge brackets, gauge mounting brackets, mounting hardware and detailed
instructions. You supply the gauges and build the assembly. If
you would like to purchase a kit, the price is $45 shipped to your door
(continental United States, extra anywhere else) and you can contact me at
jdrew@73-87.com to order. Click
here for more information.
Made
in the
USA!

FOR SALE
Custom 73-87 Chevrolet/GMC Truck, Blazer/Jimmy, Suburban firewall fuse box
covers. These bolt to your firewall using the two existing holes for
your current/factory fuse box. It is a simple 4" x 4" x 2.5" box, CNC cut on
16 ga metal, and fully welded at all four corners. All these need is
to have the welds sanded smooth, the box slightly notched to clear your
wiper motor, an opening cut out to allow the wiring to exit, and paint (body
color would work/look best IMO)...all easy things to do, but I wanted that
done by the owner as I am unsure if all wiper motors are the same, and if
all wiring exits the same between the years. Comes with all mounting
hardware and instructions as well. Clean up your firewall and hide
that ugly fuse box. $45 shipped to anywhere in the lower 48 states.
If interested in purchasing one of these, send an E-mail to
jdrew@73-87.com and let me know.
I have a limited number of these, so don't wait too long.
Made
in the
USA!

FOR SALE
If you would like to upgrade the speakers in your truck, this might interest
you. I have somewhat recently begun making cab corner 6x9 speaker
brackets for all 73-87 GM trucks, and 88-91 crew cabs. These brackets
are made of heavy duty 16 gauge steel, and fit perfectly in the cab
corners...even with the bench seat all the way back. Due to space
limitations, only speakers with a 3 1/4" magnet and smaller will fit.
You can get the larger magnet speakers to fit with the use of spacers (which
I do not make or sell), they can be found on eBay and at most car stereo
shops/stores. Please study the below
picture carefully to ensure these brackets will fit your truck. Some of the
early 3-point seat belt trucks had the retractors mounted where the top of
these brackets sit...and therefore will not work. I have sold over 125 sets of these brackets so far,
and have had ZERO negative feedback on them, only positive! I have
spent a lot of time developing and making these, and take a great deal of
pride in them. If you are interested, or just want to learn more and
see some pictures and customer feedback, head on over to
67-72chevytrucks.com and take a look.
I also have pictures of them installed in my '73 right here on the 'site,
click
here to see them. If you are still reading this, and are
interested in purchasing a set, send an E-mail to
jdrew@73-87.com
and let me know. The price, including shipping to anywhere in
the continental US, is $65 to your door. Instructions and mounting
hardware are included.
Made
in the
USA!